Angel to bashers: Liza deserves Darna role

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Angel Locsin thinks Liza Soberano is a worthy successor of her famous Darna role. Photos from the official Facebook page of Angel Locsin and Star Magic

MANILA -- Star Cinema announced on Tuesday that Liza Soberano will be the new Darna for an upcoming film about the Pinay superhero.

Below is a transcript of MJ Felipe's interview with Angel Locsin, who famously portrayed Darna in 2005, about her reaction to the news.

Locsin talked about the komiks she gave Soberano, which she hopes will help the young actress prepare for the role, why she thinks the "Dolce Amore" star deserves the part, as well as her thoughts on the comparisons being made between them.

MJ Felipe: They already know that Liza is the new Darna. We want to know kung ano ang reaksyon mo dito?